Prison Mental Health Nurse

Location Sheerness
Job type Contract
Salary £30 per hour
Consultant Mo Sofique
Call +44 7588 702547
Reference 231825

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Prison Mental Health Nurse within Mental Health in Sheerness, North Kent (UK) earning £30 hourly. This ongoing, exciting opportunity offers Full Time and Part Time roles for a Prison Mental Health Nurse who thrives on challenges and wants to make a difference in a unique environment. As a locum nurse, step into a world where your skills will truly impact individuals in need of mental health support within the prison system.

Perks and benefits:
- Full Time or Part Time: Flexibility is key—tailor your schedule to your lifestyle, allowing for a perfect work-life balance. Enjoy the freedom of choosing between full-time or part-time positions that fit your personal needs.
- Competitive Pay: Earn a fantastic £30 per hour, allowing you to be well-compensated for your expertise and dedication.
- Diverse Experience: Gain unparalleled experience in an engaging and varied environment, working with a unique patient group.
- Networking Opportunities: Build valuable professional relationships with a wide array of healthcare professionals.

What you will do:
- Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments of inmates using standardized tools and your clinical judgment to identify their needs.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring they are regularly reviewed and adjusted for effectiveness.
- Provide therapeutic interventions, including counseling and psychoeducation, to promote mental well-being among inmates, utilizing cognitive-behavioral techniques when appropriate.
- Monitor and manage the administration of psychiatric medications, ensuring adherence and educating inmates about their medication to promote understanding and compliance.
- Work closely with psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and correctional staff to provide holistic care, contributing to case conferences and the development of institutional policies related to mental health.

Sheerness, North Kent, offers not just a stunning coastal backdrop but also a vibrant community spirit. Enjoy life by the sea while still being within easy reach of London. Sheerness provides an ideal setting for both relaxing downtime and exciting local adventures, making it a fantastic place to live and enrich your career as a Prison Mental Health Nurse.

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